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Airport Comparison
| ATH | HRI | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport | Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport |
| IATA Code | ATH | HRI |
| ICAO Code | LGAV | VCRI |
| City | Athens | Hambantota |
| Country | Greece | Sri Lanka |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens | Asia/Colombo |
| Elevation | 308 ft | 157 ft |
| Coordinates | 37.940000, 23.940000 | 6.280000, 81.120000 |
Athens (ATH) to Hambantota (HRI) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) in Athens, Greece to Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport (HRI) in Hambantota, Sri Lanka is 6,729 kilometers (4,181 miles / 3,634 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying east southeast at a heading of 106°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting Greece with Sri Lanka. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 23:26 in Athens, it's 01:56 in Hambantota.
The return flight from Hambantota (HRI) to Athens (ATH) follows a heading of 310° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) and Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport (HRI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.
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